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We are building the next generation of Cloud Database platforms at U.S. Bank. This leader will define standards, drive architecture, and lead a team that delivers scalable, high-performing, and resilient database services across the enterprise. This is about building, transforming, and raising the standard
Responsibilities
Set enterprise standards for cloud database platforms, ensuring consistency in architecture, security, performance, and reliability across the bank
Own database solution design across the enterprise; make clear architectural decisions and partner closely with application and platform teams
Build and lead a high‑performance engineering organization, setting clear expectations, driving accountability, and developing strong technical leaders
Simplify consumption of database platforms through standard patterns, self‑service tooling, automation, and documentation
Drive platform performance and efficiency, balancing scalability, resiliency, and cost optimization across cloud environments
Lead large‑scale automation efforts across provisioning, patching, scaling, and operations to eliminate manual work
Own reliability and operational excellence, including availability, incident response, recovery, and continuous improvement
Raise the bar across the enterprise, driving transformation rather than maintenance and delivering measurable outcomes
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or other related field
- Three or more years of management experience
Preferred Skills/Experience
Senior leadership experience in cloud database engineering, platform engineering, or infrastructure at enterprise scale
Expertise in cloud database technologies across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments
Proven ability to define enterprise architecture standards and drive adoption across multiple teams
Strong background in high‑availability, performance optimization, resiliency, and disaster recovery for mission‑critical systems
Experience leading automation‑first platforms using IaC, CI/CD, and self‑service models
Track record of building, coaching, and scaling high‑performing engineering teams with strong accountability
Ability to operate at both deep technical and enterprise strategic levels, translating vision into execution
Experience working in regulated or high‑risk environments with strong security, compliance, and governance requirements
Location expectations
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $149,515.00 - $175,900.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.